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How can you tell if a bird is Murano glass?
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To tell if a bird sculpture is made of Murano glass, professionals recommend having an antiques dealer or Murano glass expert examine it. Otherwise, look for the signature of the artist or factory on the piece. Authentic Murano glass will often, but not always, include labels with the name of the workshop, the signature of the glass master and a certificate of authenticity. Use trusted online resources to determine if the maker's location is or was in Murano, in northeastern Italy. Seeing the word "Murano" on a glass decorative object doesn't mean that it is authentic. In fact, most genuine pieces won't show the word "Murano." Murano glass is identifiable by its richly layered colors and characteristic gold or silver flecks inside the glass. Authentic Murano glass often has small imperfections and an irregular shape due to the freeform creation process. Find a collection of Murano glass decorative objects on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Vintage Murano Glass Dove Bird Paperweight, Italy 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This vintage murano glass paperweight features a delightful sitting bird design. The clear and blue
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Paperweights
Materials
Art Glass
Italian Murano Art Glass Pheasant Bird Sculpture 1960s
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Barovier&Toso
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Italian Mid-Century Murano Art Glass Bird Pheasant Sculpture Bird 1960s.
Vintage Italian Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Collection of Seven Cenedese Murano Glass Birds
By Cenedese
Located in Palm Springs, CA
An assembled collection of seven birds (swans, ducks, geese, your call) by Antonio da Ros for
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Materials
Murano Glass
Stylish Cockatoo or Bird Art Glass Sculpture by Murano Glass, circa 1960s
By Murano 5
Located in San Diego, CA
A very stylish 15" high Italian Art Glass cockatoo or bird sculpture by Murano Glass, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Barbini Murano Glass Bird Bath Bowl
By Barbini
Located in East Hampton, NY
This extraordinary and beautiful large bowl by Barbini is adorned by a delicate bird, leaning on
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Centerpieces
Materials
Murano Glass
Art Glass Murano Swan Bird Animal Figurine
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Toronto, ON
Beautiful art murano glass swan figurine. This art glass figurine was made using the Sommerso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Art Glass